Senior Infrastructure/Networking Engineer
RTXDate Posted:
2026-04-15Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-MD-ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION-339 ~ 306 Sentinel Dr ~ 339 BLDGPosition Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
TS/SCI - CurrentSecurity Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1This role is primarily On-Site, with flexibility at hiring manager discretion.
Applied Signal Technology (AST), a national asset in the SIGINT domain, is seeking a Senior Infrastructure / Networking Engineer who strives for excellence and has a passion to be part of a team that strengthens our nation and improves the security of our world. AST provides trusted strategic and tactical SIGINT solutions that secure the interests of the U.S. and its partners. AST’s work in areas such as high-capacity broadband communications, signal processing and analysis, tactical SIGINT, and wireless communications continually challenge our extraordinary engineers to resolve problems and make the world a safer place. AST’s work environment is dynamic, highly collaborative and provides engineers the freedom to strengthen and expand their skills, explore new and creative ideas, and work closely with our nation’s finest service members all while embracing integrity, innovation and work-life balance.
This is an ONSITE position at our Annapolis Junction, MD location. To find out more about AST, please click the following link - Applied Signal Technology: WHO WE ARE
What You Will Do
You will be an integral part of a team that makes decisions and generates ideas that will push products above and beyond.
You will guide and oversee the design, develop, test and delivery of advanced high-capacity systems that process modern communications.
You will work with other experienced members in R&D on system development and deployments for the protection of our country.
You need excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work autonomously yet collaboratively in a team environment.
You will generate briefings and present material to team members, customers, and AST Management as necessary.
May travel up to 25%
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience
Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret SCI (TS/SCI) clearance required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Experience with system development to support multiple programs.
Experience with development using Python or similar scripting languages
Hands-on experience with Linux, especially Red Hat based distributions
Experience with System Administration
Experience with enterprise grade networking equipment, such as Cisco, Arista, or Juniper
Experience with virtualization technology (KVM, VMWare, Hyper-V)
Experience and/or knowledge of network protocols, such as TCP/IP and UDP
Experience with configuration management systems (Puppet, Ansible, Salt)
Experience designing and setting up networks and data centers
Experience verifying and validating the software and system work as intended
Experience working both in a team environment and independentl
Qualifications We Prefer:
Experience with User Interface development
Experience with enterprise grade storage equipment
Experience with object-oriented programming languages.
Strong experience with Python or other scripting languages
Experience with or basic understanding of telecommunications systems concepts and/or signal processing
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerized systems.
Experience with process improvement
Experience with automated system deployments
Existing Top-Secret SCI (TS/SCI) with Poly (Active within the last 24 months)
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, Virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
Relocation Eligibility - Eligible
And More!
Learn More & Apply Now!
Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.
*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
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The salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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